Consultancy for Humanitarian Advisory Team Project - PALM Data Entry and Trainer
Support humanitarian stockpile mapping through training and data entry on PALM platform
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Overview
Support humanitarian stockpile mapping through training and data entry on PALM platform
You have:
- At least a first level university degree. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT) and Geographic Information System (GIS) is highly preferred.
- More than 3 years of experience in areas pertaining to IT and GIS especially on database management and usage of various platform or application.
- Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Ability to write reports and make presentations, etc.
- Knowledge of Pidgin would be an asset.
- Strong Interpersonal skills in terms of supporting experienced Government personnel in country.
- Proven cross-cultural communication and the ability to function effectively in an international, multicultural environment.
Contract
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Background
Background and Context
Papua New Guinea – home to 50% of the population of the Pacific region – faces a variety of challenges with humanitarian consequences as a result of regular natural disasters (earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, frost, drought, tsunamis), conflicts, civil strife and governance issues. The hazard profile of Papua New Guinea comprises frequent localized disasters affecting specific communities and regions although there have also been less frequent large-scale disasters such as the 2015/16 El Niño-induced drought and frost and the 2018 Highlands Earthquake. National and sub- national capacities for and investment in disaster risk management remain weak. There is broad variation in national, provincial and local capacities to plan for and effectively respond to humanitarian emergencies. The need to strengthen co-ordination and communication between national and provincial institutions responsible for humanitarian planning, preparedness, response and recovery, remains a priority.
Following the departure of UN OCHA from Papua New Guinea in June 2015, UNDP assumed the role of humanitarian response coordination in addition to its overall responsibility to conduct operational activities for disaster mitigation, prevention and preparedness. This humanitarian response coordination role includes contingency planning, managing information sharing and coordination of international humanitarian partners’ interventions. It is the focal point for emergencies within the UN System and provides secretariat support to the UN Resident Coordinator, UN Country Team, Disaster Management Team, Inter-Cluster Coordination Group and, as appropriate, the National Disaster Centre.
In this context, the Humanitarian Advisory Team Project is recruiting a National Consultant to assist with humanitarian stockpile mapping through the PALM (Pacific Logistics Mapping) platform. The tool is designed to collect information on prepositioned stock levels across the country and provide a visual overview to enhance decision making for disaster responders.
TOR Objectives
Develop and deliver training on the use of the PALM stockpile mapping platform and its value as a preparedness tool to collect and visualise information on prepositioned stock levels across the country including stock data entry.
Duties and Responsibilities
Scope of Work/Specific Tasks
Under the overall supervision of Humanitarian Coordination Specialist, the consultant is expected to:
- Input data entry on information on prepositioned stock levels across the country and
- Provide training on the use PALM platform.
Deliverables
The consultancy will be for a total of 21.75 days from June 2021 to July 2021 and will result in the following deliverables:
- Complete all data entry as required and
- Deliver training on the use of PALM platform.
Key milestones or deliverables
Due Date
Review and Approvals
Payment upon submission and acceptance of report on successful completion of deliverables 1 and 2
30/06/21
Humanitarian Coordination Specialist
Reporting and Payment Terms
The assignment will cover the period June to July 2021. The assignment workplan will be discussed and agreed with the supervisor. Payment will be made once all deliverables are completed.
The consultant may be required to work remotely. The HAT project will be responsible for providing laptop and internet connection.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies
- Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN values and ethical standards.
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; and
- Treats all people fairly without fear or favor.
Functional Competencies
- Excellent oral, written and presentation skills in English;
- Strong Interpersonal skills in terms of supporting experienced Government personnel in country.
- Leadership qualities, including the ability to make sound judgment, meet challenges constructively and creatively;
- Ability to quickly adapt to change, and to remain calm under pressure; and
- Proven cross-cultural communication and the ability to function effectively in an international, multicultural environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
At least a first level university degree. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT) and Geographic Information System (GIS) is highly preferred.
Experience:
More than 3 years of experience in areas pertaining to IT and GIS especially on database management and usage of various platform or application;
- Have experience working on Humanitarian or Disaster Risk Management Programmes.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Ability to write reports and make presentations, etc.
- Knowledge of Pidgin would be an asset.
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Submission Instructions
Completed proposals should be submitted to [email protected] with mandatory email subject: Consultancy for Humanitarian Advisory Team Project - PALM Data Entry and Trainer – no later than 03 May 2021. For any clarification regarding this assignment please write to [email protected]
Please be guided by the instructions provided in this document above while preparing your submission.
Incomplete proposals and failure to comply with proposal submission instruction will not be considered or will result in disqualification of proposal.
UNDP looks forward to receiving your Proposal and thank you in advance for your interest in UNDP procurement opportunities.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to train someone on a new tool or process. What approach did you take? | This question allows the interviewer to assess your training and communication skills. | Provide a specific example that highlights your ability to explain complex concepts simply. |
| How do you handle data management tasks under tight deadlines? | The interviewer wants to understand how you prioritize and manage your workload. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you adapted to changes in a project while working with diverse stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure accuracy in data entry and management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is it important to understand the cultural context when delivering training in a multilateral environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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